Why Is the Statement, "ATP Produces Energy for Life," Wrong

question 18

Multiple Choice

Why is the statement, "ATP produces energy for life," wrong?

• A) It requires energy to make ATP.
• B) It is a violation of the second law of thermodynamics.
• C) It is a violation of the first law of kinetics.
• D) It is a violation of the first law of thermodynamics.
• E) Life produces ATP.

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